Ascension(2021)
Ascension Synopsis
The film explores the pursuit of the “Chinese Dream.” Driven by mesmerizing—and sometimes humorous—imagery, this observational documentary presents a contemporary vision of China that prioritizes productivity and innovation above all.
Ascension (2021) is a documentary film directed by Jessica Kingdon, released on October 8, 2021 with a runtime of 1h 37m. Viewers rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 83 ratings.
- Director:
- Jessica Kingdon
- Producers:
- Kira Simon-Kennedy, Nathan Truesdell, Jessica Kingdon
- Cinematographer:
- Nathan Truesdell
- Composer:
- Dan Deacon
- Production:
- XTR, Field of Vision, Mouth Numbing Spicy Crab, The Gotham Film & Media Institute, Chicken & Egg Films, Cinereach, Firelight Media, Sundance Institute, San Francisco Film Society, Visit Films, MTV Documentary Films
- Status:
- Released
Ascension (2021) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Ascension before you stream it.
Ascension Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.9/10 from 83 ratings.
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Ascension – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Ascension online?
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Ascension (2021) is available to stream on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel and Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, and to rent or buy from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
When was Ascension released?
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Ascension was released on October 8, 2021 and runs for 1h 37m.
Is Ascension worth watching?
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Ascension (2021) holds an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 from 83 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Ascension?
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Yes. The official Ascension trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.